Closure of Halifax in Maldon
John understands the disappointment amongst his constituents, that the Halifax on Maldon High Street is is due to close. He knows that bank branches are vital for many people, and shares the concerns regarding the impact that closures of branches could have, particularly in rural areas such as ours. It is the case that decisions on the […]
UK Parliament Teacher Ambassador Programme
John Whittingdale met James Cooper, the Personal Development Lead at the Plume Academy in Maldon who was attending a reception at Westminster for the UK Teacher Ambassador Programme. James successfully applied to attend the 3 day programme during which attendees meet the Speaker and Lords Speaker, and attend briefings to gain a greater understanding of […]
Visit to Hanningfield Reservoir
Today John Whittingdale visited Hanningfield Reservoir with Dr Simon Lyster, Chair of the Essex Local Nature Partnership. John saw how drinkable water is obtained from sludge by filtering it through a natural reed bed. There are 16 individual reed bed filter systems by the reservoir covering 4.5 hectares and these sustainably filter the sludge left […]
Inquiry into Mental Health Services in Essex
Rt Hon Sir John Whittingdale MP and Rt Hon Priti Patel MP have sent a joint letter to the Secretary of State for Health, to outline their concern regarding the ongoing Independent Inquiry into Mental Health Services in Essex, following the publication of a letter from the Chair of the Inquiry stating that she no […]
Speech on BBC Local Radio
Sir John Whittingdale MP spoke in the debate on the future of BBC Local Radio, to express his disappointment at the BBC’s decision to reduce funding for Local Radio services in order to provide further funding for online news. BBC Radio Essex is highly valued by constituents in Maldon, as it provides a local service […]
Visit to Mighty Oak Brewing Company
Sir John Whittingdale MP attended the Open Day of Mighty Oak Brewing Company in West Station Yard, Maldon. Mighty Oak has been brewing award-winning beers for 20 years and the annual festive free beer tasting day is a well-established and popular event. This year, drinkers were also entertained by morris dancing by Chelmsford Morris.
Visit to The Ship Pub
Sir John Whittingdale MP was pleased to be able to visit The Ship in West Hanningfield, which reopened in August following a £300k refurbishment by Punch Pubs & Co. John was shown around by the Pub Manager Jasmine, and Jon Dale and Nick Bone from Punch Pubs & Co. The refurbishment has seen a full […]
Meeting with Provide at St. Peters Hospital
Sir John Whittingdale met with Mark Heasman, Group Chief Executive of Provide, and Stephanie Dawe CEO of Provide Health, at St Peter’s Hospital Maldon on the 2nd December. Provide is a Community Interest Company which was created 10 years ago out of the NHS. It delivers a wide range of services at St Peter’s Hospital […]
Avian Influenza debate- compensation for poultry farmers
Sir John Whittingdale MP was granted a Westminster Hall debate to discuss the avian influenza outbreak, which has quickly become the worst outbreak we have ever seen in this country. The disease is now affecting every part of the UK but is particularly prevalent in East Anglia where it impacts wildlife and agriculture. So far, […]
Visit to St Mary’s Primary School
John Whittingdale was delighted to wrap up UK Parliament Week by visiting St Mary’s CofE Primary School in South Woodham Ferrers. He met with Headteacher Mrs Walker, and then spoke with the pupils about his job as a Member of Parliament. Lots of brilliant questions were asked by all the children, who were interested in […]